KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 July 2026 – Recently, XTransfer, the world’s leading B2B cross-border trade payment platform, officially inaugurated its new office in Malaysia. This marks XTransfer’s continued investment in localised operations across Southeast Asia and lays a solid foundation for further strengthening its regional trade finance services.
XTransfer Unveils New Malaysia Office
Leaders and partners from several major local Malaysian banks and financial institutions attended the event to witness this important milestone. The opening ceremony began with a lively lion dance performance, followed by a ribbon-cutting session led by distinguished guests in a festive atmosphere. Ribbon-cutting guests included Ms Winnie Wong, Director of Financial Institutions Group at Maybank; Ms Sylvia Wong, Regional Head at CIMB; Ms Daphne Yoo, Director at OCBC; along with representatives from various institutions and associations, and the head of XTransfer’s Malaysia team.
Guests warmly congratulated XTransfer on the opening of its new office and expressed their expectation that XTransfer will continue to support the development of local trade by providing Malaysian SMEs with more efficient and secure cross-border payment solutions. Representatives from multiple banks also noted that they look forward to deepening collaboration with XTransfer, further improving localised settlement networks, and jointly promoting the development of the cross-border payments ecosystem.
As a fintech company deeply focused on global trade finance, XTransfer has consistently adhered to a technology-driven and compliance-first approach. It is committed to providing global trade enterprises with secure, convenient, and cost-effective cross-border payment and collection solutions. With the launch of its new Malaysia office, XTransfer will position Malaysia as a strategic hub for its Southeast Asia operations, extending its reach across the Asia-Pacific market and further accelerating regional business expansion. Going forward, XTransfer will continue to advance its internationalisation strategy to better serve global trade companies.
It is also worth noting that in February this year, XTransfer received conditional approval from Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) for key payment licenses. Upon completing the pre-issuance conditions and being permitted to launch, XTransfer will introduce digital payment services to support businesses, particularly SMEs engaged in international trade. With the official opening of the new office, XTransfer will leverage stronger local service capabilities together with its global network resources to continue helping regional trade businesses seize global opportunities and expand into broader international markets.
From over 10,000 free ready-to-eat meals to exclusive yuu perks and Singapore’s first Build-Your-Own 7‑Eleven Store blind boxes, every visit to 7‑Eleven promises something worth discovering
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 July 2026 – For decades, 7-Eleven has been the place Singaporeans turn to for life’s everyday essentials. Today, with the launch of its ‘Find The Good Stuff’ campaign, the brand is inviting customers to discover a new side of 7-Eleven. Whether it’s discovering a surprisingly satisfying lunch, spotting an exclusive collectible, or finding something unexpected during a quick store run, every visit now holds the promise of discovering something good.
As part of the launch, customers can look forward to more than 10,000 ready-to-eat meal giveaways, exclusive yuu promotions and the debut of limited-edition Build-Your-Own 7-Eleven store blind box collectibles inspired by some of Singapore’s favourite 7-Eleven moments.
“Find The Good Stuff is a campaign that reflects how we are evolving the 7‑Eleven experience for today’s consumers,” said Anushree Khosla, Managing Director, 7‑Eleven Singapore. “We want every visit to be more than just a last-mile pit stop. By curating discovery through strong supplier partnerships and strategic sourcing, we bring together delicious food, unexpected finds, and little moments of happiness that brighten the day. With Find The Good Stuff, we’re inviting customers to rediscover what 7‑Eleven has to offer in fresh and exciting ways.”
Discover The Good Stuff in Every Bite
At the heart of this campaign is a simple challenge to all: Don’t Judge Till You Try. Designed to change perceptions of convenience store food, this challenge encourages customers to experience 7-Eleven’s growing range of ready-to-eat offerings with an open mind. From sandwiches and wraps to onigiri and packed meals, customers may discover that the food they’ve been walking past could become their next favourite meal.
To bring the challenge to life, 7-Eleven will give away 10,000 ready-to-eat items across selected stores islandwide throughout July. Each week spotlights a different ready-to-eat bestseller from 7-Eleven, inviting customers to experience the quality, taste and convenience that have made these favourites increasingly popular among Singaporeans.
Giveaway Schedule
Date
Item
8 July, Wednesday
7-Eleven Sandwiches*
15 July, Wednesday
7-Eleven Packed Meals*
22 July, Wednesday
7-Eleven Onigiri*
29 July, Wednesday
7-Eleven Wrap*
*selected SKUs only
Customers can also keep the joy going with $2 off all ready-to-eat items,available exclusively via the yuu app (for both existing and new users), while stocks last.
The full list of participating 7-Eleven stores is provided in the Appendix below. Customers can also view the store list on 7-Eleven Singapore’s Facebook and Instagram pages.
Turning 7-Eleven Into a Place of Discovery with Every Visit
Beyond good food, ‘Find the Good Stuff’ is about the thrill of unexpected discovery. Bringing this experience to life, 7-Eleven Singapore is launching its first-ever Build-Your-Own 7-Eleven store blind box[1] collection. Score a surprise by redeeming[2] one blind box with a minimum spend of $28, or purchasing it at $7.90 each – this limited-edition series allows fans to assemble their own miniature 7-Eleven store at home.
Build-Your-Own 7-Eleven Store Blind Box Designs
Happy Checkout
For those who can’t resist a good onigiri, this miniature store design is a cute tribute to a true 7-Eleven favourite. Surrounded by neatly stocked shelves of convenience store finds and a cute checkout counter on a bright pink base, this miniature store design captures the familiar rhythm of your onigiri snack run.
Frosty Treats
Frosty Treats features 7-Eleven’s ice cream chillers, stocked with a tempting range of frozen favourites. Highlighting the indulgence of a quick cold treat in warm, sunny Singapore, this collectible also is home to a playful white store cat, which adds a hint of charm to the scene.
Snack Stop
This design shines the spotlight on the familiar, comforting experience of 7Café moments, surrounded by chillers stocked with perfect snack pairings. This collectible captures the simple pleasures of everyday 7-Eleven store runs.
Cozy Sips
The iconic Slurpee character takes centre stage in this vibrant tribute to one of 7-Eleven’s most legendary offerings. Bold, colourful, and nostalgic, it brings back memories of ice-cold sips and refreshing after-school treats on a warm day.
Secret Edition
A tribute to one of 7-Eleven’s most memorable in-store experiences, this secret edition design features two warm, comforting snacks that once defined after-school and late-night snack runs. From golden, crispy bites served in a small tub to a savoury, indulgent snack that’s topped with rich brown gravy, a nostalgic throwback awaits those in the know.
Campaign images are available for download here. [Photo Credits: 7-Eleven Singapore]
Appendix – List of participating 7-Eleven stores for ready-to-eat meal giveaway
Central
Store
Unit
ICON VILLAGE
#01-17/18/19
252 SOUTH BRIDGE ROAD
#01-01
REDHILL MRT STATION
#01-01/03
ORCHARD PLAZA
#01-53/54/55
313@SOMERSET
#01-35/36
UE SQUARE
#01-24
PARAGON
#02-08B
LUCKY PLAZA
#B1-02/03
NEWTON MRT STATION
#B1-01
PENINSULA PLAZA
#01-36/37
IBIS HOTEL
#01-03
3 MCCALLUM STREET
INCOME AT RAFFLES
#01-09
THE HOUSE OF EDEN
#01-01
CAPITASPRING
#01-06
LUBRITRADE BUILDING
#01-01
BUGIS MRT DTL
#B2-09
NAM PENG BUILDING
#01-00
DUO GALLERIA
#B3-03/04
NOVENA MRT STATION
#B1-01
101 TOWNER ROAD
#01-234
East
Store
Unit
1 CHANGI BUSINESS PARK CRESCENT
#01-20
ELIAS MALL
#01-308
201E TAMPINES STREET 23
#01-100
25 NEW UPPER CHANGI ROAD
#01-626
1A EUNOS CRESCENT
#01-2469/2471
SINGAPORE POST CENTRE
#01-105
76 CIRCUIT ROAD
#01-14
57 MARINE TERRACE
#01-125
CYCLIST PARK @ EAST COAST
#01-01/02
North/North-East
Store
Unit
VISTA POINT
#01-09
MARSILING MRT STATION
#01-04
ADMIRALTY MRT STATION
#01-03
SUN PLAZA
#01-01
YIO CHU KANG MRT STATION
#01-01
NEX
#B2-16
PUNGGOL PLAZA
#01-05
COMPASS ONE
#01-29
PUNGGOL MRT
#01-07
403A FERNVALE LANE
#01-177
West
Store
Unit
THE METROPOLIS
#01-11
40 MARGARET DRIVE
#01-04
WEST COAST PARKVIEW
#01-02
PLANTATION VILLAGE RETAIL STREET
#01-337
104 JURONG EAST STREET 13
#01-110
668A JURONG WEST STREET 64
#01-120
501 JURONG WEST STREET 51
#01-255
BOON LAY SHOPPING CENTRE
#01-140/144
623 CHOA CHU KANG STREET 62
#01-216
GREENRIDGE SHOPPING CENTRE
#02-16/17
[1] Items are randomly packed and designs cannot be chosen. Exchanges are also randomly packed and are entertained only in cases of manufacturing defects, depending on availability or while stocks last.
[2] Redemption from 1 July to 28 July or while stocks last. Qualified spending excludes redemption of Pokemon TCG, tobacco products, parking coupons, bill payment sales, electronic gift cards, online purchases, 7-Eleven app purchases, foodpanda and other delivery service purchases. 7-Eleven reserves the right to amend the terms and conditions without prior notice, and to all final decisions.
Hashtag: #7-Eleven
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About 7-Eleven
Established in Singapore in 1983, 7-Eleven has since expanded to more than 450 stores island-wide to become the leading 24-hour convenience chain store. We take pride in serving the Singapore community 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. 7-Eleven emphasises convenience and value by offering a wide array of quality products, food and services to satisfy the needs of its customers. Think 7-Eleven and what comes to mind are the refreshing Slurpee, 7CAFÉ as well as a wide range of quality ready meals and sandwiches under 7-SELECT. 7-Eleven is also a 24/7 one-stop destination for customers who need to access bill payment services in their own time. Our services cover payment of utilities, courier services, and even cash withdrawal. For more information, visit www.7-eleven.com.sg
The HKPC workshop showcased how GPTBots.ai and EngageLab combine enterprise AI Agents, secure workflow orchestration, and omni-channel engagement to turn customer interactions into real business actions.
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 July 2026 – Aurora Mobile, in collaboration with the Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC), recently hosted a hands-on workshop dedicated to the deployment of AI Agents, which successfully concluded on June 23. The event brought together decision-makers and digital transformation leaders from government agencies, public service organizations, retail, and NGOs to tackle a pivotal question: How can AI Agents evolve from simply answering questions to actually executing business tasks?
Jointly organized by HKPC and Aurora Mobile’s flagship platform GPTBots.ai, the workshop was themed “AI Agents Driving Hong Kong’s Public and Enterprise Services: Deployment Practices, Key Technologies, and Real-World Cases.” Hong Kong Accelerates AI Development
Tommy Lui, Chief Business Officer of GPTBots.ai, shared insights into Hong Kong’s latest AI policy roadmap, including:
HK$100 Million AI Efficiency Fund (AIEEI): Allocated in the 2026-2027 Budget, to be distributed over three years to drive AI adoption across government and public institutions.
100 Administrative Processes to Be AI-Enabled by 2026: A concrete target documented in Legislative Council papers.
HK$3 Billion AI Subsidy Program: Focused on computing infrastructure and research capabilities.
HK$50 Million Public AI Training Initiative: Jointly executed by Cyberport, Science Park, and HKPC, targeting 200+ events and reaching 50,000 participants.
HK$1 Billion AI Research Institute: Expected to commence operations in the second half of 2026.
(Sources: 2026-2027 Budget, Legislative Council documents, and official announcements)
While the policy direction is clear, Tommy also highlighted a key challenge for enterprises: many organizations are still stuck at the “Q&A tool” stage—limited to answering FAQs and unable to integrate with business workflows or execute real tasks. Bridging the gap from “conversation” to “execution” requires more than just powerful models; it demands a robust, enterprise-grade technology foundation. Security and Governance: Addressing Enterprise Concerns
As AI begins to access internal data, invoke system tools, and drive approval workflows, security and data governance become top priorities for management.
Rim Wang, AI Agent Engineering Lead at GPTBots.ai, outlined the enterprise-grade AI security framework, covering content moderation, data anonymization, role-based access control, human-in-the-loop mechanisms, and audit logging. These safeguards aren’t afterthoughts—they must be built into every stage, from data input to output.
“Without robust security controls, enterprises are naturally hesitant to deploy AI,” Rim explained. GPTBots.ai embeds a comprehensive security and governance framework at its core, transforming AI from a ‘black box’ into a highly controllable, auditable business tool. Deployment Methodology: Diagnosis, Targeted Solutions, Continuous Validation
Jacky Li, another AI Agent Engineering Lead at GPTBots.ai, introduced the “Three-Stage Mapping Methodology”:
Process Diagnosis: Identify high-frequency, rule-based, and value-quantifiable processes (such as customer service ticket classification, order review, data integration) as AI entry points.
Capability Matching: Configure tool-based, knowledge-based, or multi-modal Agents according to task complexity.
Validation and Iteration: Pilot with a single pain point, scale gradually after successful end-to-end execution, and evolve into a scalable “digital workforce” platform.
Jacky has validated this approach across manufacturing, cross-border commerce, and service sectors. He emphasized that the greatest challenge in AI deployment is not technology selection, but precisely identifying which business processes deserve AI automation. Real-World Cases: Cross-Industry Implementation Logic
The most compelling segment featured real-world scenarios from four distinct industries:
Financial Services — Automated Complex Customer Service Tickets: A major bank deployed an AI Agent that accurately identifies customer intent and automatically invokes core banking systems, completing the full cycle of “intent recognition → data retrieval → rule matching → execution → feedback.” Human intervention is triggered only for exceptions, freeing frontline staff from repetitive queries and significantly reducing customer wait times.
Real Estate — Omni-Channel Customer Data Integration: A large real estate group built a unified customer data platform integrating WhatsApp, App Push, Email, and SMS. When a customer inquires about management fees via WhatsApp, the AI not only provides the amount but also proactively shares updates like “Your air conditioner repair from last month—has it been completed?” Service evolved from “answering on demand” to “proactive care.”
Retail — Automated After-Sales Service Tickets: A retail brand implemented an AI Agent that automatically generates service tickets, classifies issues, and triggers corresponding workflows. Result: after-sales processing time reduced by over 60%, with staff focusing exclusively on genuine exceptions.
Social Services — Precision Resource Distribution: A social service organization uses an AI Agent to identify requests, assess priority levels, and leverage omni-channel delivery to send notifications via the most appropriate channel—WhatsApp for social workers, SMS for service recipients, email for management—while automatically tracking progress. The organization transformed from “passive request handling” to “proactive precision delivery.”
The logic across all four scenarios is consistent: AI Agents handle “understanding and decision-making,” while omni-channel platforms manage “reach and execution.” This is Aurora Mobile’s core value proposition—connecting customer engagement, business processes, and AI execution to help enterprises transition from customer connection to AI-driven business action. EngageLab, as an AI-native customer engagement platform, provides unified customer data, reliable omni-channel delivery, and customer verification capabilities. GPTBots.ai, as an enterprise-grade AI Agent platform, delivers end-to-end AI capabilities from Agent building and knowledge management to security governance. Together, they complete the full cycle from “need identification” to “service delivery.”
Policy Support: Enabling SME Digital Transformation
Representatives from the Hong Kong Productivity Council also introduced government subsidy programs for enterprises. The “SME ReachOut” team helps small and medium-sized enterprises identify suitable government funding schemes, answer application questions, and provide free one-on-one consultations and form review services, encouraging SMEs to leverage government support for digital upgrades.
For SMEs, the technology roadmap is becoming clearer, and policy support is falling into place. The critical question is: Who can fastest transform AI from “experimental” to “truly operational”?
Aurora Mobile (NASDAQ: JG) is a platform technology company connecting customer engagement, business processes, and AI execution, dedicated to helping enterprises transition from customer connection to AI-driven business action. The company operates two core product lines: EngageLab, an AI-native customer engagement platform, and GPTBots.ai, an enterprise-grade AI Agent building platform.
EngageLab centers on AI Agents, unified customer data, and reliable omni-channel delivery to strengthen customer relationships. GPTBots.ai provides end-to-end AI capabilities spanning Agent building, knowledge management, workflow orchestration, and security governance. Together, they construct a complete value chain from “understanding needs” to “delivering services.”
In Hong Kong’s concentrated markets of finance, real estate, retail, and public services, Aurora Mobile is closely collaborating with industry clients to translate AI Agents from technical concepts into practical business process applications.
When AI transcends “answering questions” and truly begins “executing tasks,” the era of enterprise-grade AI officially begins.
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Aurora Mobile
Aurora Mobile (NASDAQ: JG) is a global leader in customer engagement and marketing technology services. The company operates core products including EngageLab, an AI-native customer engagement platform, and GPTBots.ai, an enterprise-grade AI Agent building platform, helping enterprises reach users globally, enhance engagement, and drive business outcomes.
GPTBots.ai is an enterprise-grade AI Agent building platform under Aurora Mobile, delivering end-to-end AI solutions covering Agent building, knowledge management, workflow orchestration, and security governance. It empowers enterprises to deploy AI Agents across customer service, knowledge retrieval, data analysis, and beyond.
For more information, please contact marketing@gptbots.ai.
About EngageLab
EngageLab is an AI-native customer engagement platform under Aurora Mobile, built on AI Agents, unified customer data, and reliable omni-channel delivery. It integrates omni-channel communication, customer verification, marketing automation, and AI Agent capabilities to strengthen customer relationships. LiveDesk, its AI-driven omni-channel customer service platform, is powered by GPTBots.ai’s advanced AI capabilities.
For more information, please contact marketing@engagelab.com.
Tenant-favorable markets in APAC expected to moderate as conditions tighten
Supply-constrained markets – Australia, Japan and Singapore are seeing rising competition
54% of global markets and 60% of APAC markets expect rental growth, reinforcing upward pricing pressure
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 July 2026 – Asia Pacific’s logistics markets are entering a more complex phase, with divergence across the region increasingly shaping both occupier strategy and investor positioning. According to Cushman & Wakefield’s Waypoint 2026 report, APAC remains the most tenant‑favorable region globally, with 47% of markets favoring occupiers, up from 33% in 2025, although conditions vary significantly as supply and demand dynamics continue to diverge across markets.
The report reveals that the Chinese mainland industrial and logistics market is currently characterized by tenant-favorable conditions driven by abundant supply and softer occupier demand. Significant levels of vacant stock across China’s regional markets have reduced landlord pricing power, resulting in downward pressure on rents and heightened tenant leverage. On the other hand, China remains cost-competitive globally — with relatively low rental and labor costs supporting its position as a major manufacturing hub.
Looking ahead, the Chinese mainland market is expected to remain under supply pressure in the near term, with vacancy rates likely to rise further as new supply continues to outpace occupier demand growth. Nevertheless, despite near-term challenges, both landlords and tenants remain optimistic about the long-term fundamentals of the mainland China logistics market in lease negotiations.
Tony Su, Managing Director and Head of Industrial & Logistics Services, China, Cushman & Wakefield, noted:” The overall premium logistics warehouse market in the Chinese mainland maintained a stable trajectory. On the supply-demand side, landlords prioritized renewal quality and long-term asset value, favoring stable tenants such as manufacturers, while remaining cautious toward long-term leases at low rates. Tenants, in contrast, remained highly price-sensitive and valued expansion flexibility. Despite certain divergences in leasing strategies, both sides are negotiating based on an optimistic outlook for the market, reflecting a gradual recovery of confidence in the premium logistics warehouse sector.”
APAC: Markets diverse, SEA emerging as a key growth hub
Supply‑constrained markets such as Australia, Japan and Singapore are experiencing increasing competition for space, with vacancy expected to decline as development pipelines remain limited. This is reflected in wider regional trends, where 43% of APAC markets are expected to see vacancy decline over the next three years, reflecting a gradual tightening of market conditions. In contrast, more tenant‑friendly conditions persist in parts of India and on the Chinese mainland, where higher levels of new supply continue to provide occupiers with greater flexibility. Across APAC, around a third of markets are expected to see vacancy rise amid ongoing development activity.
This divergence is reinforcing a market‑by‑market approach across the region. For landlords, aligning assets with high‑growth sectors such as e‑commerce, manufacturing, high‑tech and automotive, while ensuring buildings can support power demand and automation, is becoming increasingly important.
Dennis Yeo, Head of Investor Services and Logistics & Industrial, Asia Pacific, Cushman & Wakefield, said: “Different markets across APAC are experiencing different stages of growth, fueled by resilient occupier demand led by e-commerce and manufacturing. Supply constraints in markets such as Japan and Australia are driving competition, meanwhile continued availability in China and India is creating opportunity.”
Demand across APAC continues to be anchored by e‑commerce and manufacturing, alongside ongoing supply chain diversification, with Southeast Asia emerging as a key growth hub. Markets such as Vietnam, Indonesia and Thailand are seeing strengthening occupier activity driven by production shifts and regionalization strategies, while high‑tech and automotive sectors remain important sources of demand across North Asia. This is reinforcing the importance of modern, well‑located and future‑ready logistics facilities that can support evolving operational and technological requirements.
Global outlook: tightening conditions and rising costs
Globally, the report shows tenant‑favorable conditions declining from 52% in 2026 to 33% by 2029 as vacancy tightens and supply remains constrained, while landlord‑favorable markets are projected to rise from 26% to 39%, signalling a broader shift in market balance. At the same time, demand for high‑quality, strategically located assets continues to strengthen as businesses redesign supply chains to mitigate geopolitical, trade and climate risks, with global logistics rents now 36% above 2020 levels and 54% of markets expected to see rental growth over the next three years.
In the Americas, logistics markets are expected to see the most pronounced shift towards landlord‑favorable conditions as supply and demand rebalance across key U.S. hubs, while nearshoring continues to support demand in Mexico.
In EMEA, tightening vacancy alongside constrained development pipelines is narrowing occupier flexibility, while elevated energy costs are increasingly shaping location decisions and driving demand for energy‑efficient logistics assets.
Dr. Dominic Brown, Head of International Research, Cushman & Wakefield, said:“The next phase of the logistics cycle will be defined by preparedness. Businesses that embed resilience into their real estate strategies, through smarter use of technology, automation and energy‑secure assets, will be far better placed to navigate disruption and capture long‑term growth.”
Hashtag: #Cushman&Wakefield
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About Cushman & Wakefield
Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global commercial real estate services firm for property owners and occupiers with approximately 53,000 employees in nearly 350 offices and 60 countries. In Greater China, a network of 23 offices serves local markets across the region. In 2025, the firm reported revenue of $10.3 billion across its core services of Valuation, Consulting, Project & Development Services, Capital Markets, Project & Occupier Services, Industrial & Logistics, Retail, and others. Built around the belief that Better never settles, the firm receives numerous industry and business accolades for its award-winning culture. For additional information, visit www.cushmanwakefield.com.hk or follow us on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/cushman-&-wakefield-greater-china).
Vietnam Exposition Center (VEC) has signed strategic partnership agreements with leading organizations in the exhibition, trade promotion, and media sectors, including COEX, Chan Chao International, VEAS (Minh Vi), and VCCorp. The milestone marks another significant step in VEC’s efforts to build a comprehensive partner ecosystem, supporting its vision of positioning Vietnam as a regional hub for exhibitions, trade, and international business connectivity.
HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 July 2026 – Under the partnerships, VEC and its partners will jointly organize a wide range of trade promotion programs, conferences, seminars, industry exhibitions, and business networking activities. They will also explore new collaboration models to maximize the value of exhibition infrastructure, expand international customer networks, and strengthen the competitiveness of Vietnam’s exhibition industry amid deeper global integration.
The strategic partnership signing ceremony between Vietnam Exposition Center (VEC) and COEX, Chan Chao International, VEAS (Minh Vi), and VCCorp on July 1, 2026 marks a new chapter in the development of international exhibitions and events, fostering global trade and business connections.
In the event sector, VEC’s partnerships with established organizations such as COEX, Chan Chao International, and Minh Vi will enhance service quality, optimize the customer experience, and strengthen VEC’s appeal as a destination for national, regional, and global events.
VEC and COEX, South Korea’s leading MICE company, have officially established a strategic partnership to expand the network of international exhibitions and conferences in Vietnam.
In the media sector, VEC has partnered with VCCorp to develop digital communications solutions, promote events, and build platforms that connect with business communities in Vietnam and around the world.
VEC and Chan Chao International have also entered into a strategic partnership, combining the expertise of one of Asia’s leading exhibition organizers with VEC’s world class exhibition infrastructure to develop large scale international exhibitions in Vietnam.
Speaking at the ceremony, Ms. Pham Thi Hien, Deputy Chief Executive Officer for Sales and Marketing of Vietnam Exposition Center, said: “Today’s signing ceremony not only expands VEC’s partner ecosystem but also creates a stronger platform connecting Vietnamese and international businesses. We believe the combination of world-class infrastructure, event management expertise, and our partners’ extensive networks will deliver exhibitions and events with regional and global impact, helping position Vietnam as a new destination for the international exhibition, events, and trade industry.”
Earlier, on June 18, 2026, Vietnam Exposition Center signed strategic partnership agreements with leading organizations in the exhibition, events, and trade promotion sectors, including Informa Markets, NC Network, Exporum, Vinexad, and the Vietnam Exhibition & Convention Association (VECA). These partnerships opened new opportunities to develop a portfolio of international scale exhibitions and events in Vietnam.
Guided by the vision of “Strategic Partnerships – Setting Standards – Leading the Future,” VEC’s continued expansion of its strategic partner network is steadily realizing its ambition of building a comprehensive exhibition and events ecosystem. This ecosystem is expected to attract leading international exhibition brands, create greater business opportunities for enterprises, and elevate Vietnam’s position on the global exhibition map. Through these efforts, VEC continues to strengthen its role as a hub for trade, investment, and innovation, contributing to Vietnam’s emergence as one of Asia’s premier destinations for exhibitions and international events.
Hashtag: #VEC
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About Vietnam Exposition Center (VEC)
Spanning more than 90 hectares, Vietnam Exposition Center (VEC) is Southeast Asia’s largest exhibition complex and a venue for major national and international events. Guided by its mission of “Bringing Vietnam to the World and Bringing the World to Vietnam,” VEC aims to become a gateway where global excellence converges and Vietnamese identity reaches international audiences. By supporting key economic sectors, VEC contributes to strengthening Vietnam’s position on the global stage.
Founded in 1986, COEX is South Korea’s leading MICE company, specializing in meetings, incentives, conventions, exhibitions, and events. It operates the COEX Convention & Exhibition Center in Seoul, one of Asia’s largest exhibition venues. With extensive experience in organizing large scale events and a global partner network, COEX plays a vital role in connecting businesses, promoting trade, and facilitating technology exchange between South Korea and international markets. Through its partnership with VEC, COEX will organize Automation World Vietnam (September 9 to 11) and Vietbaby Fair & VietEdu Fair (October 15 to 18) in 2026, launching a series of international exhibitions at Vietnam Exposition Center.
Headquartered in Taiwan, Chan Chao International is a leading international exhibition group with operations across Asia. The company specializes in organizing trade fairs and industry exhibitions covering manufacturing, electronics, machinery, textiles, furniture, and technology. With more than three decades of experience, Chan Chao has built a multi platform trade promotion ecosystem that effectively connects manufacturers, suppliers, and international buyers while facilitating cross border business cooperation. As part of its strategic partnership with VEC, Chan Chao International will organize Hanoi Print Pack 2026, HanoiPlas 2026, and Intelligent Asia Hanoi 2026 at VEC from July 1 to 4, 2026.
Established in 2007, Minh Vi Advertising & Exhibition Services Co., Ltd. (VEAS) is one of Vietnam’s and Southeast Asia’s leading exhibition organizers and international trade promotion companies. VEAS manages numerous industry exhibitions covering manufacturing, engineering, agriculture, food, healthcare, and technology. Having organized hundreds of international events, the company serves as an effective bridge connecting Vietnamese businesses with global markets. In 2026, VEAS will further expand its exhibition portfolio at Vietnam Exposition Center with PetFair Vietnam 2026, together with eight co-located specialized exhibitions, reinforcing VEC’s position as a destination for international exhibitions while creating greater business networking and partnership opportunities for domestic and international enterprises.
Founded in 2006, VCCorp is one of Vietnam’s largest technology and digital media companies. Its influential digital media ecosystem includes leading platforms such as CafeF, CafeBiz, Soha, Kenh14, and Afamily. In addition to digital content, VCCorp provides online advertising, data, marketing technology, and digital transformation solutions for businesses. The company serves as a strategic media partner for many of Vietnam’s leading events, organizations, and enterprises.
The rebrand reflects the organisation’s evolution from a convening platform to a fully-fledged institute equipping leaders to create lasting value for organisations, society, and the environment.
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 July 2026 – Stewardship Asia Centre today announced it has officially changed its name to the Steward Leadership Institute (SLI). The new name and refreshed visual identity reflect the organisation’s growth from a platform for convening conversations on stewardship to an institute that actively equips leaders to make decisions with purpose and create enduring value.
“We are living in the age of the naked economy, where radical transparency has collapsed information asymmetry, and trust has become the ultimate source of competitive advantage. In this environment, only leaders who create genuine value for all stakeholders, not just shareholders, will earn the trust needed to sustain profitable growth. That is what steward leadership is about, and it is what the Steward Leadership Institute exists to build.”
— Rajeev Peshawaria, Chief Executive Officer, Steward Leadership Institute
SLI is a unit within the Temasek Trust ecosystem. The rebrand reflects the maturation of a shared mission to build a better future for every generation. Alongside the new name, SLI is introducing a refreshed visual identity featuring a diamond positioned atop the “I” in the wordmark, symbolising individual ascent and the Institute’s commitment to elevating leaders and the organisations they serve.
All existing programmes, frameworks, engagements, and client agreements remain unchanged. SLI’s team and leadership are unchanged, and all contacts and communications will continue without interruption.
Hashtag: #StewardLeadershipInstitute
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About Steward Leadership Institute
Steward Leadership Institute (SLI) is dedicated to research, education, and advisory on enabling profitable growth by addressing environmental and social challenges. We are part of the Temasek Trust ecosystem with a shared purpose of building a better future for every generation. Temasek Trust is the philanthropic arm of Singapore-based global investor Temasek Holdings.
SHENZHEN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 July 2026 – The automotive aftermarket faces a technician shortage: only one candidate exists for every four open roles. Today, THINKCAR unveiled Tyler, the industry’s first AI Diagnostic Agent, at its 2026 Global Distributors Conference in Shenzhen, with hundreds of distributors from 30+ countries gathered under the theme “Igniting the Era of AI Diagnostic Agents — AI That Knows. AI That Acts.”
Tyler is an AI Diagnostic Agent that perceives, reasons, acts, and learns with every session. It runs a full diagnostic workflow — from fault capture to repair plan — and predicts future failures before warning lights turn on. The technician keeps working. Tyler handles the rest. Related Tyler videos:
Built on THINKCAR’s proprietary ThinkLLM, Tyler delivers answers in seconds, backed by 2.4M users, 400K+ daily sessions, and 140+ AI patents.
“Empowering every vehicle, that is the promise of a whole life. The independent repair shop deserves the best tools in the world,” said Ben Tan, Chairman of THINKCAR.
“Tyler does not replace your technicians. It replaces the tools that waste their time,” said Peter, VP of THINKCAR’s Diagnosis Business Center.
Tyler Ships Today. More Products Announced.
The THINKTOOL 394 AI ships with Tyler onboard. Dedicated AI Agent series will follow.
Alongside Tyler, THINKCAR announced:
T394 IMMO — Immobilizer diagnostics
T391 & T391 EV — Next-gen platform with EV capabilities
TPMS Tools — Tire pressure monitoring
Garage Equipment — Expanded maintenance line
Partnership with Solera AutoData THINKCAR integrated 375,000+ Solera AutoData repair procedures covering 99% of models into Tyler’s workflow.
Conference by the Numbers Hundreds of distributors from 30+ countries 30 awards across 4 categories: Diamond, Excellent, Outstanding, THINKCAR Star
day program (June 24-27)
Availability Tyler is available today on THINKTOOL 394 AI. 10-inch series (399, 394 IMMO, T391, T391 EV) expands late 2026. You wrench. Tyler handles the rest. Diagnostics. Assessment. Parts. Prediction. The End-to-end Expert.
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About THINKCAR
THINKCAR is a leading AI-powered automotive diagnostic provider serving 2.4 million users across 215 countries, with products spanning 8 categories including diagnostic tools, TPMS, ADAS calibration, EV diagnostics, and remote service platforms.
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 July 2026 – Saudi Arabia’s Elm Company will take part in LEAP East Hong Kong 2026 as Business Solutions Partner, the company has announced, ahead of the event’s opening on 8 July 2026, marking its push to deepen ties with governments, tech ecosystems and businesses across APAC.
LEAP East, taking place 8-10 July at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, is co-organised by Tahaluf, Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), with the Innovation, Technology and Industry Bureau of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) as Government Partner. The event marks the flagship technology conference’s first edition outside Riyadh.
Elm powers the national digital infrastructure behind more than 30 million users, operates over 170 large-scale digital projects, and enables more than 2 billion digital transactions annually across the government platforms it builds and runs. The company’s work has contributed to a national government digital service maturity index of 86 percent in 2025, among the highest globally.
The company’s capabilities span artificial intelligence, data analytics, smart cities, digital identity and financial technology, developed through three decades of partnership with the Saudi government across security, health, transport and finance. Elm has also extended the model regionally, with active engagements including compliance and inspection platforms in Oman, national archiving and ERP systems in Jordan, judicial digital transformation in Iraq, and finance sector modernisation in Syria.
Four Elm executives will speak across LEAP East’s flagship stages. Majed Al Otaibi, Chief Government Products Officer, opens on 8 July with a Main Stage fireside chat, “Ambition at Infrastructure Scale: How Saudi Turns Digital Vision into Operational Reality”, running 12:00-12:20pm. Other Elm leaders will address AI in software engineering, growth in emerging digital economies, and smart and sustainable city development across the DeepFest, Ecosystem Xchange and Orbital stages.
Elm’s investment and partnerships teams will participate in the event’s Tech Investor Program, engaging directly with technology companies, institutional investors and startups exploring collaboration or market entry into Saudi Arabia. The company has invested more than USD60 million across 20 companies and completed strategic acquisitions exceeding USD33 million across eight deals, a track record it says underpins its appetite for further partnerships across APAC.
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About Elm Company
Elm Company is a Saudi joint-stock company listed on the Saudi Exchange (Tadawul: 7203), with the Public Investment Fund (PIF) holding the majority stake. Founded in 1988, Elm has evolved into the Kingdom’s foremost digital enabler, serving the public and private sectors with an integrated portfolio of digital solutions spanning artificial intelligence, information security, smart cities, e-government services, healthcare and digital banking.
About LEAP
Launched in Riyadh in 2022, LEAP is a global technology conference organised in partnership with Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology and the Saudi Federation for Cybersecurity, Programming and Drones. Over four editions in Riyadh — the most recent in February 2025 — the conference has attracted more than 215,000 attendees and announced over USD 14.9 billion in deals. The fifth edition is scheduled to return to Riyadh from 31 August to 3 September 2026. LEAP East Hong Kong 2026 marks the conference’s first international edition.
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